Detail 01
512c preamp with peak LED metering
The preamp section provides level monitoring through peak LEDs.
Product detailSKU #1500000421143
APITCS-II Channel Strip
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
API’s TCS-II puts preamplification, compression, equalization, output level control, and patching in a single-channel 1U rack unit. The 512c preamp section includes peak LED metering, phantom power, polarity switching, and a -20dB pad. A 527A compressor and 550A three-band EQ handle processing, with two shelving controls and a band-pass filter. Rear-panel connections provide effect, line, insert, compressor side-chain, and DC Link routing, while the 325 line driver manages the channel output.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rack-based recording setups needing preamp, compression, EQ, and output control in one channel.
- Routing a signal through first and second effects using rear-panel patch connections.
- Using microphone or instrument inputs with phantom power, polarity, and pad controls available.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Multi-channel processing from one rack unit.
- Installations without a standard 1U rack space.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
527A compressor and 550A EQ
Compression and three-band equalization are integrated into the channel strip.
Detail 03
Rear patch bay
First effect, second effect, line, and insert connections support signal routing.
Detail 04
325 line driver
The unit includes a dedicated section for output level control.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The unit occupies 1U of rack space.
- 02Power is supplied by a standard IEC AC cable.
- 03The analog inputs and outputs use the listed XLR, TS, and TRS connections.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does the TCS-II accept both microphones and instruments?
Yes. It has an XLR mic input and a 1/4-inch TS instrument input.
02Is compression included?
Yes. The channel strip includes a 527A compressor.
03What EQ is included?
It includes a 550A three-band EQ with two shelving controls and a band-pass filter.
Reference
Full specifications
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21 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Phantom Power
- Yes
- Pads
- -20dB
- Polarity Switch
- Yes
- Power Source
- Standard IEC AC cable
- Analog Inputs
- 1 x XLR (mic in), 1 x 1/4" TS (inst in), 4 x 1/4" TRS (First effect, Second effect, Line in, Insert)
- Other I/O
- 2 x 1/4" TRS (Compressor Side Chain, DC Link)
- Compressor
- Yes
- Korena Special
- false
- EQ
- 3-band EQ, 2 x Shelving, Band-pass Filter
- Depth
- 11.5"
- Weight
- 14.56 lbs.
- Number of Channels
- Single channel
- Tier
- new
- Preamp Type
- Solid State
- Height
- 1.7"
- Analog Outputs
- 1 x XLR (channel out), 3 x 1/4" TRS (First effect, Second effect, Pre out)
- Source Id
- site51500000421143
- Frequency Response
- 20Hz-20kHz
- Rack Spaces
- 1U
- Width
- 19"
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